Community Safety & Preparedness Fair Benefitting the National MS Society

Apr. 5, 2012

Written by

Kathy Hansen
Reader Submitted

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, unpredictable disease of the central nervous system (the brain, optic nerves and spinal cord). It is thought to be an autoimmune disorder. This means the immune system incorrectly attacks the persons healthy tissue. MS can cause blurred vision, loss of balance, poor coordination, slurred speech, tremors, numbness, extreme fatigue, problems with memory and concentration, paralysis, blindness and more. These problems may be permanent or may come and go. The progress, severity, and specific symptoms of MS are unpredictable and vary from one person ...